One Plastic Bag

Book details

Author: Isatou Ceesay

Topic: Reusing plastic bags, recycling. 

Summary:
A true story of a group of women in Gambia who re-used plastic bags to create beautiful handbags. 


Teaching Ideas

Free teaching resources for this book are available below. This includes:

  • a Youtube link to a recording of the book
  • a lesson plan with suggested activities
  • a PowerPoint presentation for teachers
  • a student worksheet

Youtube Video: One Plastic Bag

Teaching Resources:

Adaptable across primary school and lower secondary levels. 

Topic: Waste, recycling, plastic. 

Curriculum Links: Literacy, Social Studies.

Literacy Skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking. 

In this lesson, students will be inspired to develop an idea to upcycle, recycle or reuse plastic bags. They will use a mind map to help them develop their plan. 

Lesson Plan

PowerPoint Presentation

Student Worksheet